Tours

Heart of the Loire Valley and city of Saint Martin. Tours, with its Gothic cathedral and old town, is the starting point of the Via Turonensis, one of France's major Jacobean routes.

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Tours is one of the most important cities in the Loire Valley, a major cultural stop and the starting point of the Via Turonensis, the Jacobean route that begins in Paris. The city is linked to the figure of Saint Martin of Tours, whose tomb in the basilica is an important place of pilgrimage. Its majestic Cathedral of Saint-Gatien and its well-preserved old town (Vieux Tours), with its wooden-framed houses and lively Place Plumereau, are a must-see. For pilgrims, it's a monumental starting point for the route, allowing visitors to enjoy the art, history, and cuisine of the Loire before embarking on the long journey.

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Viae Turonensis

Amboise - Tours

24.00 km 8.00 h Media

From: Amboise

To: Tours

Tours - Sorigny

22.00 km 7.33 h Baja

From: Tours

To: Sorigny

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